Development Planning Assessment Supervisor

Are you a technical leader passionate about shaping the future of Edmontons urban landscape Waste Services is looking for a Development Planning Assessment Supervisor to lead a dedicated team in ensuring new residential developments are designed for safe efficient and sustainable waste collection. This role is vital to the Citys growth balancing technical standards with collaborative problem-solving to support a high quality of life for all residents. If you are ready to apply your engineering expertise to high-impact projects and mentor a team of technologists we want to hear from you.

What will you do

• Lead and supervise the Development Planning Assessment team providing expert guidance coaching and workload management
• Review and approve technical work related to development permit applications land use and rezoning to ensure compliance with City standards and bylaws
• Act as the primary point of contact for Waste Services on engineering standards and bylaws that impact future City planning and residential access
• Liaise with developers architects and internal departments to advocate for waste disposal integration early in the development process
• Conduct site visits to verify construction alignment with approved plans and provide final inspections before service handover
• Drive process improvements within the permit pipeline and maintain the Development Standards for Residential Waste Collection
• Resolve complex or contentious applications serving as an escalation point for disputes with interested parties

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• Two-year Diploma in Engineering Technology
• Minimum of 8 years of work experience in a technical role involving public interaction
• Experience within waste management urban planning or development
• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership capacity
• Must be eligible to be recognized as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) EIT or with ASET

Skills required for success:

• Knowledge of industry methods used in building design studies and analyses procedures practices and terminology as related to the work assigned
• Knowledge of departmental and civic policies regulations and operations affecting the work assigned
• Experience in customer service and interest holder engagement
• Ability to foster a supportive inclusive and empowered team environment while holding staff accountable for high-quality outputs
• Strong ability to read interpret and comment on complex architectural drawings and plans
• Skill in translating complex technical information clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to handle difficult conversations and professionally resolve disputes with developers or community partners
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience report writing
• Well developed problem solving time management and priority setting skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with technical software such as AutoCAD AutoTURN POSSE SLIM and ArcGIS
• Experience in customer service and engagement with diverse interested and affected parties
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment under limited supervision using sound professional judgment
• Ability to effectively interact communicate influence and collaborate with a variety of partners and stakeholders including senior management other City staff developers architects and property managers.
• Knowledge of building codes Zoning Bylaw and Waste Services Bylaw
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( a culture of equity diversity reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 drivers licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Drivers permit is a requirement of this position
• Compliance with the City of Edmontons safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position
• Applicants may tested

Work Environment:

• Ability to conduct site visits in various outdoor environmental conditions (extreme temperatures precipitation etc.)
• Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite as per the Letter of Understanding between the City of Edmonton and Civic Service Union 52
• The weekly hours of work for this position are currently under review and may change at a future time. Any changes will be made in accordance with the City of Edmonton/Civic Service Union 52 collective agreement and the incumbent will be notified in advance

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills experiences and competencies and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation please contact . Learn more about our benefits ( to 1 permanent full-Time position

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week
Salary Range: $51.611 - $65.218 (Hourly); $90925.680 - $114897.810 (Annually)
Recruitment Consultant: SL/MZ

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